Stewardship Producer

Are you looking for a role where you can put your writing, project coordination, and collaboration skills to use in a mission-oriented environment? Do you enjoy building processes that help to foster deep connections with donors?Join our team as a Stewardship Producer where you’ll craft compelling narratives, lead stewardship events, and collaborate across departments to champion our mission as an animal welfare organization. Ready to make a difference? Continue reading to learn more!

Pay: $53,000-58,000 annually, depending upon experience

Benefits: 

• Health, dental, vision insurance and more! 
• 15+ days of paid time off for a full year 
• 4 floating holidays (# of days is per year based on start date) 
• 401k 

Schedule/Location:

• Full Time, ~40 hours/week
• Remote capabilities: This is a hybrid role. The person in this position will have the opportunity to work remotely for part of their time. Access to reliable internet, ability to prioritize work independently, and foster relationships while working in a hybrid (remote and in-person) environment required. Must live in or have easy access to the Minneapolis/St. Paul area and be available for frequent face-to-face interactions in Minneapolis/St. Paul and greater Minnesota regions. This role's main office is our Golden Valley, MN location.

Job Purpose:  You are a strategic, creative and collaborative professional with excellent writing skills and an understanding of processes. You are responsible for implementing stewardship strategies for unmanaged donors as part of a larger annual giving plan designed to achieve financial and donor retention goals.

What you will be doing:

Strategy – Research and implement innovations in donor engagement and stewardship. Be a champion for and plan, coordinate and produce strategies towards robust and segmented donor stewardship. You are a partner in creating cohesive annual giving strategies. Understand and commit to the requirement of excellence, continuous improvement, and department and organizational goals.

Collaboration – Oversee creation and accurate completion of donor stewardship mailings. Serve as Annual Giving team lead on stewardship event planning. Be a voice in the writing and editing of donor communications.

Relationship Building – Partner with teams across the organization to build a strong understanding of AHS programs, initiatives, and campaigns.

Projects – Assist with project management and vendor relationships related to annual giving work. Stay current with best practices and industry standards. Advocate for and facilitate great donor experiences. Be an ambassador and a champion for AHS.

Communication – Foster an environment of open communication and approachability. Convey information in a clear, complete, and timely manner, consistent with brand standards and organizational messaging. Listen, pay attention, and be a responsible steward of information.

Analysis – Analyze and report on the performance of strategies. Monitor trends and needs. Leverage data and insights to inform future work.

Culture – Foster an open and inclusive work environment by modeling AHS’s behaviors and values, consistent with the vision and mission of the organization. Champion a culture of safety and promote meaningful volunteer engagement.

Other duties as assigned

Requirements

What we are looking for:

Experience – 2+ years of annual giving and fundraising experience.

Computer Skills – Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Communication – Excellent interpersonal and communications skills, including the ability to partner collaboratively with external and internal customers and departments.

Adaptability – Ability to work in a professional and positive manner with high attention to detail in a variety of situations.

Emotional Capabilities – Must be able to handle the emotional aspect of work in an animal shelter environment, including the use of humane euthanasia.

Schedule – Regular, predictable attendance, punctuality, and availability to work during administrative operations hours as defined by management with flexibility to work an occasional evening or weekend shift.

Benefits

About AHS 

Every year, Animal Humane Society provides direct care and services to help nearly 100,000 animals in need across Minnesota. 

As one of the nation's leading animal welfare organizations, AHS is transforming the way shelters care for animals and engage their communities. From innovative medical and behavior programs to investments in outreach and advocacy, we’re advancing animal welfare and creating a more humane world for animals everywhere. 

Why Work Here 

• Make a difference in the lives of animals and people 
• Join a team of coworkers who love animals as much as you do 
• Work-life balance 
• Unique animal adoption benefits and discounts on veterinary care, pet supplies, and animal training classes  
• Health insurance coverage for full time staff includes the following: medical, dental, vision, health savings account, flexible spending account for health care expenses and dependent care, voluntary accident insurance, and employee ­paid supplemental life, accidental death & dismemberment and long term disability insurance. 
• Employer paid benefits for full time staff includes the following: basic life insurance, basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance, short-term disability 
• Mental Health and Counseling Support:  
• All employees have access to our Employee Assistance Program with 3 free counseling sessions per year 
• 401K for part time and full time staff 
• Nine paid holidays for full time staff 
• Paid floating holidays for part time and full time staff (up to 4 days per year based on start date) 
• Paid time off for part time and full time staff (amount is based on hours worked and full time/part time status) 
• Paid parent leave for full time staff 

Our Organizational Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: 

As an organization dedicated to making the world a more humane and compassionate place for animals, we know that people are at the heart of all that we do. Animal Humane Society’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusivity is essential to our mission and shapes our culture, our work, and the services we provide. 

At AHS we embrace and honor the inherent dignity and diverse experiences of our team members, volunteers, board members, partners, clients, and visitors, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, or income. Working together to instill equity and inclusivity within our organization will allow us to better serve the people and animals of Minnesota, and ultimately have a positive impact on animals in our care.